1993 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 214 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acclaim | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2712 mm |
