2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Lotus | Triumph |
Model | Elise | TR7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 750 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |