2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taurus | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
