1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. 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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | ZX | Soarer |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |