1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
