1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 1 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
