1989 Lotus Elan vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1989 Lotus Elan is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Elan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 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 Lotus Elan (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Elan | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elan | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
