2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Triumph TR7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
Model | Discovery | TR7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |