1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 32 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph TR7 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | TR7 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
