1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. Both 1968 Triumph 2000 and 1986 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2000 | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
