1977 Lancia Stratos vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1737 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Stratos | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Stratos | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
