1972 Triumph GT6 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph GT6 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | GT6 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
