1979 Buick Century vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Century | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
