1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 644 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stratos | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
