1991 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 164 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Acclaim | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Acclaim | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |