1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 174 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Scorpio | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |