1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Camaro | Stratos |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |