1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Triumph GT6 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Triumph | Volvo |
Model | GT6 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |