1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Ascona | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
