1967 Triumph GT6 vs. 1996 Volvo 460

To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.

Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Triumph GT6 1996 Volvo 460
Make Triumph Volvo
Model GT6 460
Year Released 1967 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 60 L


 

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