2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 214 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Stag. (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Stag |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
