1988 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 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 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
