1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1991 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 1991 Citroen ZX and 1991 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 405 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, 1991 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1991 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | ZX | Caravan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |