1992 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | V70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 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 | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
