1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 626 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 626 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |