1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | NSX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
