2004 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 23 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7. 2004 Acura NSX 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. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
