1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 1 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
