1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 685 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Stratos | Omega |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |