1973 Citroen SM vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. 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, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | SM | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
