1994 Honda Today vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 103 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
