1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 81 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
