1979 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | 2000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |