1995 Acura Legend vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
