2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 32 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Quantum | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
