1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Elan | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Lotus | Triumph |
Model | Elan | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |