1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 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 13 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 159 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Acclaim | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
