2004 Acura TL vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 294 kg more than 1951 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 TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | TL | Renown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
