1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Because 1968 Pontiac GTO 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Pluriel | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
