1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Acclaim | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2355 mm |