1981 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lancia Thema 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 2012 Lancia Thema. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Triumph Acclaim | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Triumph | Lancia |
| Model | Acclaim | Thema |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3053 mm |
