1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 18 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | ZX | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |