1979 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
