1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 17 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 38 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Acclaim | Transporter |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |