1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Avanti | Triumph |
| Model | Avanti | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2170 mm |
