2004 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
