1991 Mazda 323 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (151 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 391 kg more than 1991 Mazda 323. 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda 323 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 323 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
