1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim

To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 93 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.

Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 Triumph Toledo. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Triumph Toledo 1981 Triumph Acclaim
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Toledo Acclaim
Year Released 1974 1981
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 888 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2330 mm


 

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