1999 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 683 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Dolomite. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1972 Triumph Dolomite has manual transmission. 1972 Triumph Dolomite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
