1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Stratos | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Lancia | Jeep |
Model | Stratos | Commander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |