1981 Triumph TR7 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Triumph TR7 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | TR7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
