1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | ZX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
