1970 Triumph 2000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 314 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 2000 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
