1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
