1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
