1985 Saab 90 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1985 Saab 90 is newer by 17 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 5 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Saab 90 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 90 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
