1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 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 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
