1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 174 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |