1989 Renault 21 vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 5 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 58 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 21 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
