2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Tahoe | Stag |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
