1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
