2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
