1997 Honda Life vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 13 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 103 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Life | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| 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 | 58 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
