1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1008 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
