1990 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Triumph Stag. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1972 Triumph Stag has manual transmission. 1972 Triumph Stag will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Electra | Stag |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
