1959 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 4 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
