2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Etude | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2971 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
