2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 17 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 361 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Freestar | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
