1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 33 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 2003 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratos | Bora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
