1999 Honda S-MX vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 14 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | S-MX | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
