1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 131 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Acclaim | Ranger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3193 mm |