1990 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
