1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stratos | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
