1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | ZX | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 51 L |