1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 944 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
