1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 42 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 960 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | GT6 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
