1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 23 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Stratos | Omega |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 227 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |