1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 906 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 Renault Espace, 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 2004 Renault Espace 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. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Stratos | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
