1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | ZX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
