1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Typhoon | Renown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
