2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Defender | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
