2009 Audi S3 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 19 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, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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, 2009 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | S3 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
