1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 292 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
