1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 117 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
