1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph TR6. (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
