1981 Ford Probe vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, both 1981 Ford Probe and 1981 Triumph Acclaim were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Probe | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Probe | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
