1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 49 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
