1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
