1980 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1980 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (67 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph Dolomite | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dolomite | 411 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
