1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 880 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 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ZX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
