1958 Alvis TD vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 109 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Alvis | Plymouth |
| Model | TD | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
