1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 51 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1969 Maserati Mistral 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 1969 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Mistral | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
