1975 Triumph 2000 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph 2000 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2512 mm |
