2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Tacoma | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
