1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 20 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Plymouth | Tata |
| Model | Acclaim | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
