1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 99 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 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:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Visa | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
