1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 12 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 125 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2490 mm |
