1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, both 1977 Mazda 929 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 60 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 929 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | 929 | Stag |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |