1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1984 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xantia | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
