1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Stratos | 140 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
