1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Plymouth Acclaim were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 386 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Astra | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |