1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 31 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
