1989 Suzuki Cappuccino vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 131 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Suzuki | Triumph |
| Model | Cappuccino | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 679 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2330 mm |
