These are standard specifications for the 1980 Triumph TR8, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel (standard), Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1978 - 1981 |
| Price : | $11,200-$12,000 |
| Weight : | 2654 lbs | 1203.834 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 8.4 seconds. |
| 1/4 Mile : | 16.3 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 119 mph | 191.471 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3523 cc | 215.0 cu in. | 3.5 L. |
| Power : | 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 5000 RPM |
| Torque : | 165 Ft-Lbs (224 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 2.8 in | 71 mm. |
5 Manual , 3 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Triumph Production for 1980 : | 14,939 |
| Total 1980 TR8 production : | 2,497 |
| 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT |
|---|---|
| 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 January 2023
1980 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $7,210 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $19,170 |
| Avg. Home : | $68,714 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Total Car Production : | 8,009,841 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1980 Triumph TR8?
Q: How fast is the 1980 Triumph TR8? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 has a top speed of 119 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1980 Triumph TR8? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 has a wheelbase size of 85.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1980 Triumph TR8? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 has a length of 165.40 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1980 Triumph TR8? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 has a width of 66.20 inches.Q: How much did the 1980 Triumph TR8 cost when new?A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 cost approximately $11,200 to $12,000 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1980 Triumph TR8? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 was offered as a Convertible Coupe, Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Triumph produce in 1980? A: Triumph produced 14,939 automobiles in 1980.Q: How many 1980 TR8s were produced? A: Triumph produced 2,497 examples of the TR8 in 1980.Q: What engine did the 1980 Triumph TR8 have? A: The engine powering the 1980 Triumph TR8 was a V 8 (3523 cc | 215.0 cu in. | 3.5 L.) with 137 BHP (100.832 KW) @ 5000 RPM and 165 Ft-Lbs (224 NM) @ 3200 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 1980 Triumph TR8 have? A: The 1980 Triumph TR8 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.