1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 8 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2000 GAZ 3111. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Citroen | GAZ |
| Model | ZX | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
