1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Dodge | Triumph |
Model | Viper | Stag |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 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 | 1565 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |