1977 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
