1989 Toyota Cressida vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1989 Toyota Cressida is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 612 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Cressida | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Cressida | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
