1981 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
