1979 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 459 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 108 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |