1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1979 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 728 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR6. 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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
