1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 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.
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 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
