2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 18 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 88 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | U4 B | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
