1970 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 2 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. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Torana | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
