1980 Buick Electra vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | GT6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |