1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1991 Citroen ZX and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 523 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | ZX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
