1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Caravan | Stratos |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |