2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 53 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
