2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2.
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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C2 | 6000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |