1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2250 mm |
