1992 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Plymouth Acclaim | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Plymouth | Lada |
Model | Acclaim | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |