1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 174 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acclaim | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
