1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Visa | GTO |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |