1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | ZX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
