2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Korando | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2330 mm |
