1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
