1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 65 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
