1979 Renault 5 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 5 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | 5 | TR7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |