1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 734 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Acclaim | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |