1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 39 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 466 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.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
