1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 528 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Citroen ZX 2013 Subaru Forester
Make Citroen Subaru
Model ZX Forester
Year Released 1991 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 89 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1528 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2006 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2615 mm