1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
