1969 Triumph GT6 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1969 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph GT6 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | GT6 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
