1993 Toyota MR2 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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. Both 1993 Toyota MR2 and 1969 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 375 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota MR2 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | MR2 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
