1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim 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 (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acclaim | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
