2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Drifter | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
