1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grand Prix | C8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3097 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |