1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider 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. Both 1992 Citroen ZX and 2000 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 Renault Spider. 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
