1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1974 Triumph Stag is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Stag (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Triumph Stag. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
Model | 109 | Stag |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |