1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 26 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Stratos | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
