1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 389 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C 15 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
