1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
