1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1988 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
