2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Boxer | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | Boxer | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
