2005 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Focus | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
