1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
Model | Eighty-Eight | TR6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2250 mm |