2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Frontier | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
