1984 Triumph Acclaim vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Triumph Acclaim | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | Acclaim | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2645 mm |
