1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 860 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
