1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler Centura and 1977 Triumph Stag were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 94 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1977 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Centura | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
Model | Centura | Stag |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |