1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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 (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | XM | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
