2008 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 494 kg more than 1969 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | GT6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |