1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 88 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 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Starfire | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
