1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1975 Triumph Dolomite has manual transmission. 1975 Triumph Dolomite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1852 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
