1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Tempo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
