1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 104 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Because 1989 TVR 400 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 1989 TVR 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Plymouth | TVR |
| Model | Acclaim | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
