1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
