1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster 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, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | ZX | 480 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
