1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
