1975 Ford Torino vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Torino | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |