1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | ZX | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |