1998 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 8 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 76 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 146 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
