1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 46 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna, 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
