1994 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2003 Proton Impian
To start off, 2003 Proton Impian is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Proton Impian.
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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | 2003 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Plymouth | Proton |
| Model | Acclaim | Impian |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
