1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
