1987 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | ZX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 56 L |
