1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 167 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taunus | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
