1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 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 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-7 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
