1967 Triumph 2000 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 2000 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
