1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
