2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1977 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1764 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1977 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Discovery | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |
