1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 kg more than 1966 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
