1979 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, both 1979 Buick Skyhawk and 1979 Triumph TR7 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Skyhawk | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skyhawk | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 91 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
