2004 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 21 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Retona | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
