1986 Ford Tempo vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 211 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Tempo | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
