1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 106 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Acclaim | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1254 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
