1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
