1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 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 67 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Stratos | 405 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
