1984 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
