2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 199 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Maverick | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
