1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
