1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 17 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | C70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
