1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 579 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Anglia | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |