2003 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 13 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 (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 202 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Maverick | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
