1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | 6000 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
