1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
