1975 Ford Torino vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Triumph Stag.
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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Stag. (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Torino | Stag |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |