2009 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 646 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 177 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
