1973 Triumph 2000 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 2000 | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2000 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
