1978 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 56 kg more than 1978 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Escort | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |