1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 754 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | GT6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
