1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1055 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Stratos | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |
