1984 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | BX | 6000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |