1972 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | 6000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |