1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 365 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
