1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 156 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | ZX | Cressida |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |