1970 Triumph Stag vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 39 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Because 1970 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stag | T5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
