1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 838 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.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Triumph Acclaim | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Acclaim | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2838 mm |
