1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
