1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
