2004 Acura CL vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 52 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 300 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | CL | Renown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
