1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim

To start off, both 1989 Jaguar F-Type and 1989 Plymouth Acclaim were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 146 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Jaguar F-Type 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
Make Jaguar Plymouth
Model F-Type Acclaim
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 2971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2630 mm


 

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