1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Triumph TR7. 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 944 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
