1974 Ford Capri vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
