1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 32 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 381 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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Stratos | Primera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
