1978 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX 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 (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. 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 (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | CX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |