1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | 929 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
