1981 Triumph TR7 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1693 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Triumph TR7 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Triumph | Land Rover |
Model | TR7 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1015 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |