1978 Lancia Stratos vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 34 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1381 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Stratos | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lancia | GMC |
Model | Stratos | Savana |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |