1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
