1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Triumph TR7 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
Model | TR7 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |