1991 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Acclaim | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
