1976 Triumph Stag vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 221 kg more than 1976 Triumph Stag.
Because 1976 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 1976 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph Stag | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | Stag | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
