1966 Triumph 2000 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph 2000 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
