1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
