2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 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 1970 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Stag |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |