1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
