1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 19 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Sonata | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
