2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Xsara | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1254 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
