1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Renault 25 is newer by 19 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 165 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, 1990 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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
