2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C3 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 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 Weight | 1147 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
