1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 211 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Cavalier | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
