1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
