1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 659 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Stratos | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
