1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 21 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 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Acclaim | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |