2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 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 | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
