1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 34 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph TR7 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | TR7 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
