1988 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 4 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 68 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
