1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Conquest | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
