2006 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 36 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 470 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escape | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
