1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 25 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Stratos | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
