1974 Triumph Stag vs. 1983 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Stag weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1974 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 1974 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Stag. (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Stag | 1983 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Stag | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
