1965 Triumph 2000 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph 2000 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Triumph | Pontiac |
| Model | 2000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
