1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Avanti | Plymouth |
Model | Avanti | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |