1975 Triumph 2000 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 19 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, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph 2000 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
