2008 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | MDX | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
