1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
