1987 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. Both 1987 Plymouth Turismo and 1989 Plymouth Acclaim are equipped with a 2,213 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 246 kg more than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Plymouth Turismo. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Plymouth Turismo | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Turismo | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |