2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 984 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | ML | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
