2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Elise | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |