1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 17 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acclaim | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
