1986 Dodge 600 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge 600 would be higher. Both 1986 Dodge 600 and 1993 Plymouth Acclaim are equipped with a 2,213 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 151 kg more than 1986 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge 600 | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
