1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1982 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Rex. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 756 kg more than 1982 Subaru Rex. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Rex. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 1982 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Acclaim | Rex |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
