2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 18 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 204 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Etude | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2213 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 295 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 | 1112 kg | 1316 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
