1975 Triumph 2000 vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 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 67 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph 2000 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
