1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 446 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.
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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
