1990 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 22 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
| Model | Acclaim | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
