1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 20 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 220 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, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lancia Stratos 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Stratos 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 1970 1990
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1584 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 233 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2480 mm


 

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