1974 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
