1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 584 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
