2002 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escape | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
