1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1979 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 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Stratos | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |