1949 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor 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 73 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 464 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Morris | Plymouth |
Model | Minor | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |