1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 129 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen ZX (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
