1977 GAZ 24 vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, both 1977 GAZ 24 and 1977 Lancia Stratos were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GAZ 24 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GAZ 24 | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 24 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
