1970 Triumph Stag vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Triumph Stag | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Stag | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |