2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (151 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1392 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |