2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Defender | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
