2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 91 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 436 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Fiesta | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |