1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 6 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | ZX | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
