1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 5 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Contour weights approximately 138 kg more 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, 1996 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1996 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Contour |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
