2007 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 602 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
