1974 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 54 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
