1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 580 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 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | ZX | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |