1995 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 121 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Plymouth Acclaim 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Acclaim Legacy
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 100 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm


 

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