1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1980 Triumph TR7

To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Triumph Toledo 1980 Triumph TR7
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Toledo TR7
Year Released 1974 1980
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 3528 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 888 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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