1973 Triumph 2000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 889 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 2000 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2893 mm |
