2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 444 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 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 | 1760 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |