1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Axel | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1129 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |