1961 DAF 600 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 724 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
