1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 16 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 147 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Stratos | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
