1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 7 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 936 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 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | ZX | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
