1976 Triumph TR7 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph TR7 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | TR7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
