2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Tahoe | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1852 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
