1990 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
