1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1970 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626, 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
