1992 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 41 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 366 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Plymouth Acclaim | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Acclaim | Jetta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 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 | 1316 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |