1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 25 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 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | ZX | 440 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
