1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acclaim | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
