1967 Triumph TR5 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Because 1967 Triumph TR5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph TR5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph TR5 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | TR5 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
