1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim

To start off, both 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.

Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
Make Mercedes-Benz Plymouth
Model 220 Acclaim
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2199 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1316 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2630 mm


 

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