1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 616 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acclaim | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
