1969 Ford Capri vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 174 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
