1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xsara | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |