1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 11 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 970 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Triumph TR7 has manual transmission. 1981 Triumph TR7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
