1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 744 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | ZX | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
