1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
