2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 326 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger 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 2004 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ranger | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
