1986 Peugeot 604 vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 604 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 480 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, 1986 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 604 | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 604 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1420 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
