1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 382 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratos | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
