2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
