2007 Honda Element vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 35 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 745 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Element | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
