1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 1983 Peugeot 504 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 1983 Peugeot 504. 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, 1983 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 504 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
