1996 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
