2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Lotus Elise 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 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Elise | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
