1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Am | C4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
