2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C5 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |