1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 7 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 450 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 300 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
