1999 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | A4 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |