1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | ZX | Corsa |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
