1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 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 35 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Because 1980 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Venture | TR7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |