1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1313 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.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Plymouth | Cadillac |
| Model | Acclaim | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
