1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 19 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 60 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 99 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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Stratos | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Stratos | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2619 mm |
