1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 528 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | ZX | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
