2007 Acura TL vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Acura | Triumph |
Model | TL | Dolomite |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |