2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Fabia | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
