1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 65 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Skyline | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
