1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 830 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 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | ZX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
