1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 11 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 300 ZX | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
