1980 Audi Sport vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1982 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 184 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Sport | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
