1993 Rover 100 vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
