1968 Honda S800 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 96 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S800 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
