2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1665 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
