1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 144 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Acclaim | Touran |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |