1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 16 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 1998 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | RX-7 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
