2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 106 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Vectra | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
