1968 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 224 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | 100 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |