1980 Toyota Corona vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 196 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corona | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
