1997 Honda Life vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph Stag. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Life | Stag |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
