1998 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Verada | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
