1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 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 |
