1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 450 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
