1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Bella | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
