1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 616 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1974 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
