1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 751 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz 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 1959 NSU Prinz. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | NSU | Plymouth |
Model | Prinz | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |