1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 585 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 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
