1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 13 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 326 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Acura |
| Model | Acclaim | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
