1997 Renault Spider vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 23 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Stag weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Renault | Triumph |
Model | Spider | Stag |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |