1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 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. Both 1991 Citroen ZX and 1997 Kia Potentia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1997 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | ZX | Potentia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |