1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 600 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 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen ZX 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model ZX Diablo
Year Released 1991 1990
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1360 cc 5706 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 167 km/hour 325 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 100 L


 

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