1972 Triumph 2000 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 216 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph 2000 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2803 mm |
