1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | ZX | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |