1970 Triumph Stag vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph Stag is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Stag | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
