2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 895 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Santa Fe | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
