1996 Toyota Venture vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 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 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Because 1976 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 1976 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Venture | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1015 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 |
