1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 119 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. 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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Prelude | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |