1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
