1985 Subaru XT 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 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru XT | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | XT | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
