1949 Triumph Renown vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Triumph | Acura |
| Model | Renown | CL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
