1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 486 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Triumph Acclaim | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Triumph | Nissan |
Model | Acclaim | Altima |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |