1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 724 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
