1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1979 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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-7 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 56 L |
