1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 545 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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
