1993 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 377 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Legend | Stag |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
