1977 Triumph Dolomite vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Triumph Dolomite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Dolomite | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Triumph | Buick |
| Model | Dolomite | Regal |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
