2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 18 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Five Hundred | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |