1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 586 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Blazer | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
