1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Triumph 2000

To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 921 kg more than 1974 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 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Town & Country 1974 Triumph 2000
Make Chrysler Triumph
Model Town & Country 2000
Year Released 1968 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2700 mm


 

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