1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 304 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460. 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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | 460 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
