1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 220 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lancia Stratos | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Stratos | Duster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2673 mm |