1988 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 86 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | CX | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |