1967 Opel Record vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1977 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 138 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Record | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |