1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | ZX | 117 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
