1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corona | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
