1974 Citroen GS 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 GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 374 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | GS | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
