1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | ZX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
