2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 574 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | Exige | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |