1983 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Triumph Acclaim | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Triumph | Jaguar |
| Model | Acclaim | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2909 mm |
