2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1759 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | F-250 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |