1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | ZX | Cressida |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |