1985 Citroen C vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen C | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |