1971 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | GS | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |