1975 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 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 | 985 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
