1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
