1999 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 795 kg more than 1977 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |
