2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 103 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |