2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 401 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | TrailBlazer | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
