2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 542 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Murano | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
