1971 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1980 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. 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, 1980 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
