1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stratos | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
