1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 820 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Visa | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |