1977 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
