1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Esprit | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
