1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 86 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Ace | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |