1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 99 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
