1991 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 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 62 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 16 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Acclaim | Megane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
