1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 20 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 96 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | ZX | Duster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |