1986 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
