1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | ZX | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
