1977 Triumph Stag vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Triumph Stag. 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Triumph Stag | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Triumph | Venturi |
Model | Stag | Coupe |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |