1994 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 101 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Acclaim | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Acclaim | Highlander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1254 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |