1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 254 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | 480 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
