1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 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 61 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Mondeo | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |