1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1971 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
