1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 9 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Triumph Stag.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Commodore | Stag |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
