1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 3 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 138 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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 (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Acclaim | Vento |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |