1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 377 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | ZX | Dart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
