1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 754 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Town & Country | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2170 mm |
