1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 35 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 980 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Stratos | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
