2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (151 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Yukon | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
