2000 Lexus IS vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 24 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, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus IS | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | IS | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
