2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |