1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 706 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.
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, 1998 Volvo V70, 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Stratos | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |
