1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 897 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XJR | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 56 L |
