1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 830 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
Model | Newport | Stratos |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2190 mm |