2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 36 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph GT6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | LR2 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
