1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 700 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2110 mm |
