1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | ZX | i30 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
