2006 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Focus | Acclaim |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |