1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 686 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Chevelle | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
