1987 Toyota Model F vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 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, 1977 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 90 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Model F | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Model F | Stag |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
