1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 400 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, 2004 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
