1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 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 24 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1974 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1974 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Stratos | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Stratos | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |