1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | Stag |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
