1979 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Suzuki Cervo | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Triumph |
| Model | Cervo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
