1992 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1992 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Commodore (288 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Commodore | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Commodore | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
