1999 Buick Regal vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 244 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Regal | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 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 | 1560 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
