1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
