1975 Triumph 2000 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph 2000 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2000 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
