1989 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
