1986 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 14 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Estate | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Estate | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
