2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 36 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Prix | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
