2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1976 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Stag |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
