1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 748 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 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Triumph Acclaim 2012 Toyota RAV4
Make Triumph Toyota
Model Acclaim RAV4
Year Released 1984 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2659 mm


 

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