1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 15 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), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 895 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
Model | Ninety-Eight | GT6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |