1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 64 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | 1800 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
