2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Exige | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
