1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 383 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
