1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 17 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 204 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | CX | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |