1970 Triumph Stag vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag 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 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 231 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph Stag. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1970 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1970 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | Stag | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
