2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1894 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Discovery | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
