2004 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 14 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 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |