1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
