1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 576 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
