1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Triumph TR7 | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Triumph | Mazda |
Model | TR7 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |