1983 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 801 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Triumph Acclaim | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | Acclaim | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
