1989 Audi 90 vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 6 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
