1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 79 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | ZX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
