2000 Honda Legend vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 26 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
