2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 828 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Defender | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
