1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 106 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1986 Ford Orion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | ZX | Orion |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |