1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1983 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 57 L |
