These are standard specifications for the 1979 Triumph TR8, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Chassis # 79-289
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
Production Years for Series : | 1978 - 1981 |
Price : | $11,150-$11,900 |
Weight : | 2650 lbs | 1202.02 kg |
Engine & Transmission
V 8 | Vee-Type | |
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Displacement : | 3528 cc | 215.3 cu in. | 3.5 L. |
Power : | 133 BHP (97.888 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
Torque : | 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
Stroke : | 2.8 in | 71 mm. |
Compression : | 8.1:1 |
2 Stromberg carburetors |
V 8 | Vee-Type | |
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Displacement : | 3528 cc | 215.3 cu in. | 3.5 L. |
Power : | 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
Torque : | 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
Bore : | 89.0 mm | 3.504 in. |
Stroke : | 71.0 mm | 2.795 in. |
Compression : | 8.1:1 |
Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
Total Triumph Production for 1979 : | 12,733 |
1979 Triumph TR8 |
Dimension(s)
Coupe
Chassis # 79-289
Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 165.4 in | 4201 mm. |
Width : | 66.2 in | 1682 mm. |
Height : | 49.5 in | 1257 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 85.0 in | 2159 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.5 in | 1410 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.3 in | 1405 mm. |
Convertible Coupe
Price : | $11,900 |
Weight : | 2670 lbs | 1211.092 kg |
Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 165.4 in | 4201 mm. |
Width : | 66.2 in | 1682 mm. |
Height : | 49.5 in | 1257 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 85.0 in | 2159 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.5 in | 1410 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.3 in | 1405 mm. |
Handling
Suspension | |
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Front : MacPherson struts with coil springs adn anti-roll bar Rear : Rigid axle with lower trailing arms, angled upper arms, coil springs and anti-roll bar |
Recall
Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT |
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Manufacturer | JAGUAR CARS |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 85V059000 |
Summary | WIDESPREAD LACK OF UNDERSTANDING ABOUT THE OPERATION OF WEBBING SENSITIVE AND DUAL SENSITIVE SEAT BELTS HAS LEAD TO NON-USE OF BELTS BY A NUMBER OF OWNERS. SOME BELTS RETRACTORS MAY JAM, BIND OR LOCK. THIS MAY DISCOURAGE THE USE OF THE SAFETY BELTS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: NON-USE OF SEAT BELTS SUBJECTS OCCUPANTS TO RISK OF INJURY IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN BRAKING. |
Remedy | INSTRUCTINS ON PROPER BELT USAGE AND SIMPLE CHECKS WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS AND WILL REPLACE ANY MALFUNCTIONING RETRACTOR. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:TWO DOOR ROADSTERS AND COUPES PASSENGER CARS.SYSTEM: SEAT BELTS. |
Data updated June 2024
1979 Averages
Avg. Household Income : | $17,500 |
Avg. Home : | $58,100 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.86 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1979 Triumph TR8?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1979 Triumph TR8? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 has a wheelbase size of 85.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1979 Triumph TR8? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 has a length of 165.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1979 Triumph TR8? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 has a width of 66.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1979 Triumph TR8 cost when new?A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 cost approximately $11,150 to $11,900 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1979 Triumph TR8? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 was offered as a Convertible Coupe, Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Triumph produce in 1979? A: Triumph produced 12,733 automobiles in 1979.Q: What engines did the 1979 Triumph TR8 have? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 had the following engine options: V 8Vee-Type (3528 cc | 215.3 cu in. | 3.5 L.) with 133 BHP (97.888 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 3000 RPM V 8Vee-Type (3528 cc | 215.3 cu in. | 3.5 L.) with 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 174 Ft-Lbs (236 NM) @ 3000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1979 Triumph TR8 have? A: The 1979 Triumph TR8 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.