1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 534 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Acclaim | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
