1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 521 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | Mondial | TR7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |