1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1977 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | MK 10 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
