1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 695 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | ZX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
