1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 6 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 284 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Acclaim | 214 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
