1987 Renault 5 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 3 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, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 276 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 5 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
