1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 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 64 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 616 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
