2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Rexton | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
