1976 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 768 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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 2011 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Stratos | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lancia | GMC |
| Model | Stratos | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
