1995 Porsche 968 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 15 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 968 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
