1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 25 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 350 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
