2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Triumph TR6. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph TR6. (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Frontier | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
