1979 Triumph TR7 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Triumph TR7 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
Model | TR7 | Viscount |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |