2002 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 467 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1482 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
