1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Triumph | Tata |
| Model | TR7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
