1993 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Acclaim | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
