1982 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 369 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Triumph Acclaim | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Acclaim | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |