1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 292 kg more than 1967 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
