1979 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 7 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 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 Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Regal | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 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 | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
