1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
