1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1060 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Stratos | Viano |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3210 mm |