1974 Buick GS vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 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 GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | GS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
