1996 Acura NSX vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 23 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 425 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 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 | 1370 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
