1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 378 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | ZX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
