1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 629 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Stratos | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
