1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Triumph TR7 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 1978 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Triumph TR7 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Triumph Volkswagen
Model TR7 Jetta
Year Released 1978 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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