1978 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
