1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 351 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
