1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 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 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
