1967 Triumph TR5 vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph TR5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 TVR S.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph TR5 | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | TR5 | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
