1992 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 256 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | 440 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
