1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 330 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ZX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 67 L |
