1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 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), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 351 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
