1985 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 264 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
