2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 9 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Samara II | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 972 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |