1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Stratos | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
