1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1990 Nissan Vanette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Vanette | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Vanette | Stag |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2550 mm |
