1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Stratos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
