1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 706 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 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ZX | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
