1987 Ford Probe vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 8 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 49 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 266 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, 1987 Ford Probe, 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, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Probe | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
