2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 15 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Freestar | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
