2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Exige weights approximately 106 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Exige | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2330 mm |
