1975 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Triumph Dolomite.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph Dolomite | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Dolomite | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1852 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
