1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
