1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
