1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 76 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
