2006 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 1975 Triumph TR7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Triumph TR7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
