1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Challenger | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
