1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 226 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
