1993 Audi S2 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim

To start off, both 1993 Audi S2 and 1993 Plymouth Acclaim were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Audi S2 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
Make Audi Plymouth
Model S2 Acclaim
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1473 kg 1316 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2630 mm


 

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