1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 21 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | ZX | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
