2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJ | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2170 mm |
