1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph GT6 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | GT6 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 2780 mm |
