1994 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3.
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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Citroen |
| Model | Acclaim | C3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
