1977 Triumph TR7 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Triumph TR7 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | TR7 | Corona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |