1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 110 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 26 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
