1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim 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 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 266 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Acclaim | Midge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
