1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 758 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Lancia | Lexus |
Model | Stratos | GS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |