2009 Acura TSX vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | TSX | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
