1976 Triumph TR7 vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph TR7 | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR7 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
