1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
