1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 294 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.
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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Firebird | Stag |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
