1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 5 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 250 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-4 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
