1992 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 82 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
