1973 Toyota 2000GT vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota 2000GT | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | 2000GT | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
