1991 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 119 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Acclaim | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Acclaim | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |