1988 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 715 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | GT6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2110 mm |