1994 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 346 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Acclaim | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
