1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 472 kg more than 1973 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 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
