2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C1 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
