1979 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 720 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | CX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |