1977 Triumph Stag vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 851 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1977 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1977 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Stag | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Stag | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
