1967 Riley 4 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 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 83 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Riley 4 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Riley | Triumph |
Model | 4 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |