1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 465 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | ZX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
