1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | ZX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
