2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C4 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
