2000 Acura RL vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 395 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RL | Renown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
