1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
