1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Centurion | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
